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Our Services

Restore Your Gumline, Renew Your Confidence

Receding gums don’t grow back on their own. Gum grafting covers exposed tooth roots with healthy tissue, so sipping something cold or brushing at night can feel comfortable again.

Gum Grafting

Reclaim Your Gumline with Gum Grafting

Gum recession is easy to overlook, but exposed roots can cause sensitivity and are more prone to decay. Gum grafting covers them with healthy tissue, and our periodontist uses a minimally invasive tunneling technique called VISTA to do it through one small incision. From planning to healing, everything happens right here.

VISTA tunneling technique through one small incision
Graft material and your existing gum tissue cover exposed roots
Performed by our periodontist in our own office
Can often treat several teeth in one visit
Reduces sensitivity and protects exposed tooth roots
Follow-up visits are scheduled to monitor your healing
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Dentist performing periodontal gum treatment on a patient
Dental hygienist performing a periodontal scaling procedure

Our Process

Clear, predictable steps from exam to healing.

Examination & Planning
01

Step 01

Examination & Planning

We measure your recession, assess your gums, and determine whether gum grafting is right for you.

Comfortable Preparation
02

Step 02

Comfortable Preparation

Our periodontist numbs the area thoroughly, then gently cleans the exposed tooth roots to prepare them for treatment.

Creating a Small Tunnel
03

Step 03

Creating a Small Tunnel

Through one small incision, we create a tunnel beneath the gum tissue, avoiding long incisions along the gumline.

Graft Placement
04

Step 04

Graft Placement

We place the graft material, gently reposition your gum tissue over the exposed roots, and secure it with small stitches.

Healing & Aftercare
05

Step 05

Healing & Aftercare

We guide you through aftercare and schedule follow-up visits to monitor healing as your gums settle into place.

Why Choose Us

Why Patients Choose Us for Gum Grafting

Healthy gums protect your roots, your teeth, and your confidence. Our periodontist uses a minimally invasive technique, and we explain every step before you decide, so you know exactly what to expect.

Treatment by our board-certified periodontist

Specialty training in periodontics and implants at Tufts

Experience in tunneling-technique gum grafting

Clear plan and straight answers before we begin

Smiling patient in a dental chair

Insurance

We Accept Most Major PPO Plans

We accept these plans and many others. We'll verify your coverage before treatment begins.

  • Delta Dental
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Principal

Out-of-network? We'll still work with your plan. Call us and we'll verify your coverage.

Financing

Sunbit & CareCredit Financing

Don't let cost delay the care you need. Sunbit and CareCredit offer flexible monthly payment plans, and we'll walk you through your options.

  • Flexible monthly payment options
  • A quick, simple application
  • No hard credit pull with Sunbit
  • Other third-party financing also available
Call to verify coverage: 732-681-8604

Don't Take Our Word for It

What our neighbors say about their visits.

When I found out I needed a few crowns, I was worried about the cost. They walked me through Sunbit financing and made the whole thing manageable. Thorough, professional, and genuinely kind.

Linda T.

Wonderful experience! The dentist was excellent, and the entire staff was friendly, professional, and welcoming. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a great dentist

Meghan M.

I had a dental emergency on a Monday morning, a cracked tooth and a lot of pain. The office got me in same-day and took care of everything. I can't say enough about how much I appreciate the emergency availability.

Robert D.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Here are the things patients ask us most about gum grafting. If you don’t see your answer, just give us a call.

It depends on how much recession you have and the health of your gums. At your exam we measure the recession and review your X-rays, then tell you which approach fits you best.

Ready for Your Healthiest Smile Yet?

Book a consultation to talk through your options. Many consultations are free, so there's no pressure to decide on the spot.